FCC Consumer Complaints – 5 October 2025
Introduction
On 5 October 2025, 3 consumer complaints relating to telecommunications services were recorded in the Federal Communications Commission system, complaint volume fell from 7 complaints the day before. Complaints were reported across 3 states and territories, with no single location clearly ahead of the others. Reports covered a range of issue types, with no single category dominating.
This date falls within a government shutdown period from 1 October 2025 to 12 November 2025. Complaint volumes during this period may be lower than usual.
Key statistics
- Total complaints
- 3
- States & territories reporting
- 3
Where the complaints came from
On 5 October 2025, the 3 complaints recorded by the Federal Communications Commission were reported from 3 cities across 3 states and territories. Due to the relatively low number of complaints recorded on this date, detailed analysis of their geographic distribution is not presented.
The table below summarises the number of complaints reported in each state and territory on this date, ordered by total reports.
| State/Territory | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | 33.3% |
| Texas | 1 | 33.3% |
| Virginia | 1 | 33.3% |
What the complaints were about
Complaints recorded on this date related to 2 different complaint categories. Phone accounted for the largest share, with 2 complaints. Only two complaint categories were represented in the reports recorded on this date.
| Complaint category | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Phone | 2 | 66.7% |
| Emergency | 1 | 33.3% |
The information presented on this page is based on consumer complaint data submitted to regulatory authorities. References to telephone numbers reflect reports made by consumers and do not confirm ownership, authenticity, or that the number was genuinely associated with the call. Caller ID information may be inaccurate or subject to spoofing.
Complaint categories, dates and complainant locations are based on the source records and may contain incomplete, approximate or user-entered information. Location details refer to the complainant’s reported location, not the location of the caller or telephone number. This content is provided for informational purposes only.